CU/XLPE/LSZH/SWA/LSZH 600/1000V Fire-Resistant Armored Power Cable | Single & Multi-Core

CU/XLPE/LSZH/SWA/LSZH 600/1000V Fire-Resistant Armored Power Cable | Single & Multi-Core

Product Overview

Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) armored cables with copper conductors, XLPE insulation, steel/aluminum wire armor, and LSZH sheathing. Designed for 600/1000V power distribution in high-risk environments where fire safety and toxic fume prevention are critical. Complies with international fire safety standards.

Key Standards

  • Primary: BS 6724, IEC 60502-1

  • Fire Safety:

    • Halogen Gas Emission: IEC 60754-1/2 (≤0.5% HCl)

    • Smoke Density: IEC 61034-1/2 (≥60% light transmission)

    • Flame Propagation: IEC 60332-1


Construction Layers

Layer Material & Specification
Conductor Class 2 stranded copper (IEC 60228)
Insulation XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene)
Bedding LSZH Compound
Armor Single-Core: AWA (Aluminum Wire) • Multi-Core: SWA (Steel Wire)
Outer Sheath LSZH Compound • Color: Black

Technical Parameters

Parameter Specification
Voltage Rating 600/1000V (U₀/U)
Temp. Range -20°C to +90°C (Installation: ≥0°C)
Min. Bending Radius ≤16mm²: 6×OD • ≥25mm²: 8×OD
Short-Circuit Temp. +250°C (max 5s)
Fire Safety Halogen-free • Low smoke density • Flame-retardant

Applications

  • Critical Infrastructure: Tunnels, subways, hospitals, high-rises

  • Industrial Zones: Oil refineries, chemical plants, power stations

  • Installation Methods: Direct burial • Cable ducts • Trays • Indoor/outdoor

  • Key Use Cases:

    • Main power feeds in fire-risk zones

    • Emergency lighting circuits

    • Backup power systems


Engineering Selection Data

Single-Core (AWA Armor):

Cores × mm² Cond. Ø (mm) XLPE Insul. (mm) Armor Ø (mm) Sheath (mm) OD (mm)
1×4 2.3 0.7 0.8 1.8 10.9
1×25 5.6 0.9 0.8 1.8 14.6
1×95 11.0 1.1 1.6 1.8 22.0
1×240 17.5 1.7 1.6 1.9 29.9
1×500 25.2 2.2 2.0 2.3 40.5

Multi-Core (SWA Armor):

Cores × mm² Cond. Ø (mm) XLPE Insul. (mm) Armor Ø (mm) Sheath (mm) OD (mm)
2×1.5 1.4 0.7 0.8 1.8 12.8
2×16 4.5 0.7 1.25 1.8 19.9
2×70 9.4 1.1 2.0 2.0 33.2
2×185 15.3 1.6 2.5 2.6 49.9
2×400 22.6 2.0 2.5 3.1 67.7

Note: OD = Overall Diameter • Full size tables available in datasheet


Core Identification

  • 1-Core: Brown

  • 2-Core: Brown + Blue

  • 3-Core: Brown + Black + Grey

  • 4/5-Core: Color-coded per BS 6724 or numbered white cores


Installation Notes

  1. Bending Radius: Strictly follow 6×OD (≤16mm²) / 8×OD (≥25mm²) rules.

  2. Pulling Tension: Use rollers – max 50N/mm² conductor stress.

  3. Corrosion: For direct burial, ensure soil pH 5.5–9.0.

  4. Fire Zones: Mandatory in EN 50575 Euroclass B2ca-s1,d1,a1 installations.

  5. Compliance: Install per IEC 60364 & BS 7671 regulations.

⚠️ Critical: Armor must be grounded at both ends per IEC 60364-4-41.